Senior Graphics Programmer
Job Summary
Job Description
Build A Rocket Boy seeks a Senior Graphics Programmer to develop cutting-edge visuals for their new game, EVERYWHERE. Responsibilities include implementing, maintaining, and optimizing engine and rendering features, working collaboratively with artists and designers. The role requires proficiency in C++, shader languages (HLSL, GLSL, CG), modern graphics APIs (DirectX, Vulkan), and a strong understanding of GPU architecture. The ideal candidate will have experience shipping multi-platform games and possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The position offers a fully remote work arrangement and a comprehensive benefits package.
Must have:
- Extensive C++ and graphics programming experience
- Proficient in shader languages (HLSL, GLSL, CG)
- Solid understanding of modern GPU architecture
- Experience with modern graphics APIs (DirectX, Vulkan)
- Implement, debug, and optimize graphics systems
Good to have:
- Shipped a multi-platform game
- Experience with DX12
- Experience with Unreal Engine
Perks:
- Unlimited coaching & therapy
- Stock Options
- Pension scheme
- Socials
- 25 Annual Leave + 8 bank holidays (UK)
- Private Medical Insurance (UK)
- Healthcare Cash Plan (UK)
- Cycle2Work Scheme (UK)
- Electric Car Charging (UK)
10 skills required
Job Details
We are looking for an experienced Senior Graphics Programmer to help develop state of the art visuals for a new ground breaking game. You will work closely with multiple departments to implement, maintain, and optimize engine and rendering features.
You are a self-starter, can deliver work on time, and work well in a team of programmers, artists, and designers.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high quality and high-performance rendering systems using appropriate levels of abstraction, data structures and algorithms.
- Investigate and improve performance and memory usage across all platforms.
- Test, document, and maintain the code systems you implement.
- Prioritize, plan and manage the time of assigned tasks with oversight.
- Communicate clearly with other team members with minimal external help.
- Be vigilant for and report new problems, delays and risks to the appropriate Lead/Director.
Requirements
- Extensive C++ and graphics programming experience
- Proficient in shader languages (HLSL, GLSL, CG, etc.)
- Solid understanding of modern GPU architecture and pipelines
- Experience with modern graphics APIs (DirectX, Vulkan, console APIs, etc.)
- Experience implementing, debugging, and optimizing graphics systems and shaders
Bonus
- Shipped at least one multi-platform game on PC and current gen consoles as a graphics engineer
- Experience with DX12
- Experience working with the Unreal Engine
Benefits
Our Global Benefits & Perks
- Unlimited coaching & therapy — with Oliva, to support your mental health
- Stock Options — everyone owns a piece of our success
- Pension scheme — up to 5% employer matched contribution to finance those golden years
- Socials — office & remote events, play sessions and company-wide parties
- And even more benefits based on your location!
If you’re based in the UK
- 25 Annual Leave + 8 bank holidays - we’re flexible with most bank holidays so you can use the time to celebrate what’s important to you
- Private Medical Insurance - full cover with AXA
- Healthcare Cash Plan - Level 3 cover with Medicash
- Cycle2Work Scheme - lease a bike through us and save on tax too!
- Electric Car Charging - electric car charging at our Port office in Edinburgh, Scotland.
About Build A Rocket Boy
Build A Rocket Boy is an independent game developer, headquartered in Edinburgh Scotland, with operations in Budapest Hungary, the Netherlands, France, and California USA. Led by game developer Leslie Benzies, Build A Rocket Boy’s team includes hundreds of the industry’s brightest development talents with the shared vision to create new and innovative entertainment experiences. Build A Rocket Boy’s first project is EVERYWHERE – a new multi-world game experience that blurs the line between reality and the digital world.
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About The Company
Build A Rocket Boy is an independent game developer, headquartered in Edinburgh Scotland, with operations in Budapest Hungary, the Netherlands, France, and California USA. Led by game developer Leslie Benzies, Build A Rocket Boy’s team includes hundreds of the industry’s brightest development talents with the shared vision to create new and innovative entertainment experiences. Build A Rocket Boy’s first project is EVERYWHERE – a new multi-world game experience that blurs the line between reality and the digital world.
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